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Antivirus Tip: Disable image and file previews in your e-mails as some attachments allow trojans to activate and infect your system or device.
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Antivirus Tip: Install specialist anti-autorun software, as many viruses attach themselves to drives and copy to whatever is connected to the system or network.
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Antivirus Tip: Depending on the web browser you use, installing an appropriate ad-blocker and other safety add-ons can be helpful.
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Antivirus Tip: Disable the autorun function on all USB ports, as most malicious software automatically installs itself when autorun activates.
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Antivirus Tip: Installing dedicated anti-virus or malware software can be a second line of defence, on top of practising vigilant internet browsing.
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Antivirus Tip: Free anti-spyware software often do not provide an adequate level of protection, so consider investing in a paid professional package.
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Antivirus Tip: Disable the autorun function on all USB ports, as most malicious software automatically installs itself when autorun activates.
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Antivirus Tip: Use multiple programs, anti-virus and anti-spyware, to provide adequate protection from spy- and malware, especially when browsing the internet.
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Antivirus Tip: Free anti-spyware software often do not provide an adequate level of protection, so consider investing in a paid professional package.
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Antivirus Tip: Installing real-time anti-spyware can protect against malware from installing itself and logging your keystrokes without you realising it.